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ORIGINAL: Phil Riewer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Phil Riewer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens
If Zim hasn't used Barr as a DE by now, he isn't going to.

Except before we didn't have a LB that could cover now we do with Vigil and Kendricks.

Zim would put Barr on the edge based on how effectively he envisions him playing there. How well another LB covers has nothing to do with it.

I totally disagree. Barr was very good in coverage and Zimmer's defense is based on coverage.

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

The difference is that Elflein and Bradbury were both known to be light in the shorts and in need of a lot quality time in the weight room. Dickerson is big, strong and mean. He is a punisher at the point of attack. He is also versatile, so I would happily put him at RG and slide Cleveland over to the left. We'll see if 3rd year is the charm for Bradbury adding enough strength.

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

We have enough capital to move into the second twice and still have 3rd and 4th picks left.

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

At the end of the day, we can add all the pieces we want and still have a $12-million quarterback making $33-million. Ain't no cure for that.

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

The difference is that Elflein and Bradbury were both known to be light in the shorts and in need of a lot quality time in the weight room. Dickerson is big, strong and mean. He is a punisher at the point of attack. He is also versatile, so I would happily put him at RG and slide Cleveland over to the left. We'll see if 3rd year is the charm for Bradbury adding enough strength.

As a general rule, what you add in strength you can lose in mobility. The Vikings o-line, believe it or not, is very good at zone blocking in the running game. A lot depends on what the younger Kubiak wants to do on offense.

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H
Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

We have enough capital to move into the second twice and still have 3rd and 4th picks left.

it would be nice to get into the 2nd, and still have three 3rd round picks...the 4th round starts to get washed out with all the compensitory picks in the 3rd & 4th....

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

The difference is that Elflein and Bradbury were both known to be light in the shorts and in need of a lot quality time in the weight room. Dickerson is big, strong and mean. He is a punisher at the point of attack. He is also versatile, so I would happily put him at RG and slide Cleveland over to the left. We'll see if 3rd year is the charm for Bradbury adding enough strength.

As a general rule, what you add in strength you can lose in mobility. The Vikings o-line, believe it or not, is very good at zone blocking in the running game. A lot depends on what the younger Kubiak wants to do on offense.

We've all discussed at length that the line is pretty solid in the run game. The issue is that IOL gets blown off the ball in pass protection. The Vikings have paid too much attention to IOL being athletic and not enough to them being strong.

Adding strength leading to restricted mobility is a myth. Modern training techniques are designed to improve both.

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H
Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

We have enough capital to move into the second twice and still have 3rd and 4th picks left.

it would be nice to get into the 2nd, and still have three 3rd round picks...the 4th round starts to get washed out with all the compensitory picks in the 3rd & 4th....

I'd rather have two seconds a 3rd & a 4th. There are potential starters at positions of need in the second round.

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

I'm going to predict we don't find a trade partner and have to sit out 33 picks.

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H
Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

We have enough capital to move into the second twice and still have 3rd and 4th picks left.

it would be nice to get into the 2nd, and still have three 3rd round picks...the 4th round starts to get washed out with all the compensitory picks in the 3rd & 4th....

I'd rather have two seconds a 3rd & a 4th. There are potential starters at positions of need in the second round.

yes, I'll take it...make it happen, spielman....

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

The difference is that Elflein and Bradbury were both known to be light in the shorts and in need of a lot quality time in the weight room. Dickerson is big, strong and mean. He is a punisher at the point of attack. He is also versatile, so I would happily put him at RG and slide Cleveland over to the left. We'll see if 3rd year is the charm for Bradbury adding enough strength.

As a general rule, what you add in strength you can lose in mobility. The Vikings o-line, believe it or not, is very good at zone blocking in the running game. A lot depends on what the younger Kubiak wants to do on offense.

We've all discussed at length that the line is pretty solid in the run game. The issue is that IOL gets blown off the ball in pass protection. The Vikings have paid too much attention to IOL being athletic and not enough to them being strong.

Adding strength leading to restricted mobility is a myth. Modern training techniques are designed to improve both.

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I'm going to predict we don't find a trade partner and have to sit out 33 picks.

No, I think Spielman wants to get into the 2nd round at least once. He has the capital. He will find a way to do it.

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I'm going to predict we don't find a trade partner and have to sit out 33 picks.

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I'm going to predict we don't find a trade partner and have to sit out 33 picks.

This was my concern when we traded back. It was a big move up for the Jets and they got the guy they really wanted. Give up some capital and get the Jets 2nd.

We'd be picking 2nd in the second round. Easier to move back from there if we want than up.

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

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ORIGINAL: Bill Jandro

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ORIGINAL: The Happy Norseman

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H

Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

It's encouraging to hear Spielman say that they're looking for bigger, stronger offensive linemen. It's about time. Ben Cleveland sounds like he'd be a nice addition in the 3rd round.

Landon Dickerson is a supposed stud at C. I want him cuz he can play G now and then move over to C after Bradbury busts.

Cleveland would also be a good get. Not sure if he's starting material but he'd be great in the dumbo package .

So was both Elflein and Bradbury.

I'm okay with Bradbury for another year. It's make or break with him this season. I'd like to see him with some talent around him to see what he really has. It's pretty tough with turnstiles on either side of you.

The difference is that Elflein and Bradbury were both known to be light in the shorts and in need of a lot quality time in the weight room. Dickerson is big, strong and mean. He is a punisher at the point of attack. He is also versatile, so I would happily put him at RG and slide Cleveland over to the left. We'll see if 3rd year is the charm for Bradbury adding enough strength.

As a general rule, what you add in strength you can lose in mobility. The Vikings o-line, believe it or not, is very good at zone blocking in the running game. A lot depends on what the younger Kubiak wants to do on offense.

We've all discussed at length that the line is pretty solid in the run game. The issue is that IOL gets blown off the ball in pass protection. The Vikings have paid too much attention to IOL being athletic and not enough to them being strong.

Adding strength leading to restricted mobility is a myth. Modern training techniques are designed to improve both.

Adding strength leading to restricted mobility is a myth? I'm not sure I agree with that. I'm sure there is some that do, but....

That's a big statement to make.

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: ratoppenheimer

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ORIGINAL: Todd M

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ORIGINAL: TJSweens

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ORIGINAL: bohumm

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ORIGINAL: Brad H
Overall, I thought the move that Minnesota made to get two thirds and Darrisaw was a solid play. They needed an OT and they got a decent one. They needed added depth in the draft as a result of not much action in free agency, and got two third-round picks. I would have rather seen a second round pick, but they only had so much leverage and the #66 is fairly close to a late second. Now they need to get at least one solid interior guy in the third, and they've got a handful of picks to make it happen.

Actually, they need a Day 1 starter at OG, so they'd better know how they're getting that. Maybe there's a guy they've ID'd, maybe there's a move with a current pro (trade or street FA) that they know they can make to find a starter.

But one thing is 100% clear: Dozier ain't it.

They need to trade into the 2nd and get their guy. No more waiting and drafting the best of the left overs. They easily have enough draft capital to move into the 2nd round twice and get a pair of players like Ossai and Landon Dickerson.

I think its going to be hard to get a team willing to move out of the 2nd let alone 2 teams.

we could trade our 3rd round #66 and all three of our 4th rounders for about the #50 in the 2nd, and then still keep our three 3rd round picks....

We have enough capital to move into the second twice and still have 3rd and 4th picks left.

it would be nice to get into the 2nd, and still have three 3rd round picks...the 4th round starts to get washed out with all the compensitory picks in the 3rd & 4th....

I'd rather have two seconds a 3rd & a 4th. There are potential starters at positions of need in the second round.

yes, I'll take it...make it happen, spielman....

What I would like to see...

Rd 2: Ossai & Dickerson
Rd 3: QBOF
Rd 4: WR3

& call it a draft.